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National Weather Service plans radar outage to allow for major radar upgrade | DRGNews
Starting today (Oct. 21, 2022), the KABR WSR-88D radar operated by the NOAA National Weather Service in Aberde...
Across the US, a day of extreme weather prompts heat warnings, severe flooding and power outages for hundreds of thousands | CNN Close icon
In a matter of hours Monday, the iconic landmarks of Yellowstone National Park were shuttered to the public and its roads left unpassable after a torrential downpour and rapid snowmelt contributed to unprecedented flooding at one of America's most visited national parks.
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Multiple power outages also being reported Thursday afternoon.
Power outages continue across Nebraska, affecting thousands - NEWS CHANNEL NEBRASKA
More areas of the state could soon be affected by continued rolling power outages created by increased demand during the state's recent spell of bitter cold.
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Power Outage FAQs
What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
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Platte Center, Nebraska
| City | Platte Center |
| County | Platte |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 68653 |
Heavy rain cause brief flash-flooding of at least one road near Platte Center. Rainfall at the Loup Power Plant northeast of Columbus totaled over 3 inches from the storms this night, and some street flooding was also reported in Columbus. Any damage due to flooding was apparently minimal.